Description
API water test kits will help you understand the importance of water quality. By having the correct parameters and good water quality, it will help your fish and plants live longer and healthier lives.
The NITRATE TEST KIT tests nitrate levels from 0 to 160 ppm.
Nitrate (NO₃)
- As part of the nitrogen cycle in your aquarium or garden pond, organic material that contains nitrogen such as fish excrements and uneaten food degrades and causes nitrite (NO₂) and finally nitrate (NO₃) to accumulate in the water.
- Nitrate in concentrations greater than 50 mg/l in aquaria and greater than 10 mg/l in garden ponds promote strong algae growth.
- If the nitrate concentration is too high, a partial water exchange should be carried out. In addition, good plant growth helps to reduce excess nitrate.
- Additional nitrate reduction in the aquarium can be achieved with API Aqua Essential.
- Always prepare the water with API Aqua Essential before or after you add new water to the aquarium or pond.
It is recommended to test every 2-3 days in new aquariums and once a week in established aquariums.
Suitable for use in:
- Tropical aquariums.
- Cold water aquariums.
- Marine aquariums.
- Ponds.
For more information click here: API® | NITRATE TEST KIT
